upcoming fun times

Buffalo Exchange School Spirit Weekend
School Spirit Weekend at Buffalo Exchange! Wear your school gear for a chance to spin the prize wheel & take home exclusive Buffalo Exchange merch!

15 Minute Tension Relief Massages at Eco Now
Come experience a free mini massage outside of Eco Now using Golden Bee Health’s best-selling Rapid Relief Balm. Rylee from Golden Bee Health will be giving a free 10-15 minutes massage in an upright massage chair using her custom made Extra Strength Broad Spectrum 1000mg CBD salve. RSVP encouraged, walk up welcome based on availability.

A Very Laufey Day
Join us at Buffalo Exchange on Sunday, August 24th for a day filled with fashion inspired by your favorite award-winning musical artist, Laufey!
Browse hand picked Laufey-inspired styles while listening to her new album and our favorite tracks. Then, pick up a collectible sticker sheet and score a limited edition Laufey x Buffalo Exchange mini tote with purchases of $50 or more.

Live Music featuring chiara the solar harpist
Enjoy live music in the LAB living room featuring Chiara the Solar Harpist on Friday, August 22nd from 4pm–6pm!

Buffalo exchange national thrift day
On National Thrift Day, Sunday August 17th, stop by Buffalo Exchange for $1 off every item you buy! Get a free limited edition Buffalo Exchange tote when you spend $75 or more. Plus treats, fun & freebies all day!
Customize your Thrift Day finds from 11am-3pm at the Funday Collective chain stitch pop up outside of Buffalo Exchange’s store!

Live Music featuring RED PANDA MUSIC
Enjoy live music in the LAB living room featuring Red Panda Music on Friday, August 15th from 4pm–6pm!

Blends x Metalwood Studio Launch Party
Join us at Blends on Thursday, August 14th and be the first to shop the KEEN x Metalwood Studio collaboration ahead of the global launch on Friday, August 15th. Exclusive merch, music, pizza & more from 6pm-9pm!

Crumbfounded Pop Up
Last Crumbfounded Sourdough Lab Immersive Bakery Pop Up on Sunday, August 10th by the barrel fountain 10am-sold out!

Live Music featuring Hime Ikehara
Enjoy live music in the LAB living room featuring Hime Ikehara on Friday, August 8th from 4pm–6pm!

crumbfounded sourdough lab pop up
Crumbfounded Sourdough Lab Immersive Bakery Pop Up Sunday, August 3rd by the barrel fountain 10am-sold out!

stationary store day at pen pals
Stop by Pen Pals trailers on Saturday, August 2nd to celebrate Stationary Store Day!
Free mystery sticker bags with every purchase over $15 (only while supplies last, come early!)
1 Free Pen Pals tote bag with every purchase over $50!
15% off your entire purchase for students & teachers (bring your ID for back to school goodies!)

Crumbfounded Pop Up
Crumbfounded Immersive Bakery Pop-Up
Join us outside the barrel fountain for an imaginative, plant-based bakery experience! Crumbfounded Sourdough Lab will be offering their signature Sourdough Dragon Eggs - whimsical, handcrafted loaves in bold flavors like Chili Crisp Szechuan Pepper, Dragonfruit Lychee with Mango & Pineapple, and Indonesian-Spiced Banana Bread. 100% plant-based. Mostly organic. Limited quantities available starting Saturday, July 26th 10AM until sold out!

Live Music featuring Blake Walker
Enjoy live music in the LAB living room featuring Blake Walker on Friday, July 25th from 4pm–6pm!

MOD REF SAMPLE SALE + MARKET
Shop Mod Ref’s previous & current collections plus a curated collection of local small businesses!
7/19 11am-6pm
7/20 11am-6pm
Additional parking available at 2900 Bristol Street across the street from the LAB!

Crumbfounded Pop Up
Crumbfounded Immersive Bakery Pop-Up
Join us outside Nook Coffee for an imaginative, plant-based bakery experience! Crumbfounded Sourdough Lab will be offering their signature Sourdough Dragon Eggs—whimsical, handcrafted loaves in bold flavors like Chili Crisp Szechuan Pepper, Dragonfruit Lychee with Mango & Pineapple, and Indonesian-Spiced Banana Bread. 100% plant-based. Mostly organic. Limited quantities available starting Sunday, July 13 at 10AM until sold out!

LAB Star Craft Workshop
Join us for a free LAB star craft workshop on June 28th from 11am-2pm at the community table in the LAB living room!
In this free workshop you get to choose between metal and wooden stars to adorn with beads, small gems, tiny treasures & paint pens. This workshop is perfect for all ages of creatives looking to decorate a LAB star in time for the upcoming July 4th holiday!

Eco Now Father's Day Mini Massage Pop Up with Golden Bee Health
Free Massage Demos | Special Gift Sets
Come experience a free mini massage using Golden Bee Health’s best-selling Rapid Relief Balm!

MAKE IT & GLAZE IT: A SUMMER POTTERY PAINTING WORKSHOP
Join us for a creative, hands on pottery experience where you’ll paint unique bisque pieces in a vibrant community setting. This class is $40 per person & will be held on the Bootlegger’s Brewery patio, all ages are welcome to participate.
Workshop sessions start 6/7 at 11:00 AM, 2:00 PM & 6:00 PM

Memorial Day Live Music
Celebrate Memorial Day with an afternoon of live music by Anna May at The LAB Anti-Mall. Enjoy her soulful acoustic tunes while relaxing by the iconic Barrel Fountain.

Eco Now Mother’s Day Mini Massage Pop-Up with Golden Bee Health
Free Massage Demos | Special Gift Sets
Come experience a free mini massage using Golden Bee Health’s best-selling Rapid Relief Balm.
Event Highlights:
-Free relief massage demos
-Special Mother’s Day product pricing
-Pre-wrapped balm gift sets
-Heartfelt gifting, handcrafted care

MOTHERS DAY WEEKEND FLORAL POP UPS
Mother’s Day Weekend Floral Pop Ups by Little Darlin Flora May 9th - May 11th located by Nook Coffee & May Martin Jewelry at The LAB Anti-Mall.
Friday, May 9th
11am until sold out
Saturday, May 10th
1pm until sold out
Sunday, May 11th
11am until sold out

EARTH DAY AT THE LAB
BUFFALO EXCHANGE $1 SALE
EARTH DAY ECO-FRIENDLY MARKET
MAY MARTIN PERMANENT JEWELRY
FREE BUTTERFLY BOUQUET WORKSHOP
PAINT A POT AT PLANT MATTER
SEABIRDS EARTH DAY SPECIAL
TERRA CYCLE AT ECO NOW

Buffalo Exchange Earth Day $1 Sale
The Buffalo Exchange Earth Day $1 Sale is back! 🌍🐴 Join us on April 19th at 11 AM in the Bootlegger’s parking lot for a must-see selection of clothing, shoes, and accessories—all for just $1! 100% of proceeds benefit American Wild Horse Conservation’s efforts to protect wild horses and burros.
CASH ONLY | Arrive early with totes & cash!
Date: 04/19/2025 | Time: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

WOODEN EASTER EGG CRAFTING WORKSHOP
Hop into the spring spirit at our Wooden Easter Egg Decorating Workshop hosted by Donna Robb on April 12th from 11am-2pm in the LAB Living Room! This fun, FREE event is open to the public, and all ages are welcome. Get creative as you craft your very own Easter egg using paint pens, moss, raffia, pressed flowers, seeds, and more! Whether you're a crafting pro or a beginner, there's something for everyone. Don't miss out on this festive, hands-on experience—bring your friends and family for an afternoon of creativity and fun!

Soldaze Studio Ring Making Workshop
Join us for a DIY Ring Making Workshop hosted by Soldaze Studio!
Learn how to make your own hand-stamped sterling silver ring.
Tickets available HERE

SOLDAZE STUDIO POP UP
Stop by The LAB Living Room on April 6th from 12:00-3:30 PM for a special pop-up featuring beautiful handcrafted jewelry by Soldaze Studio. Stop by and discover something you love from her unique collection of artisan jewelry!

LAB COSTA MESA FARMERS MARKET
Join us at The LAB for our first Costa Mesa Farmers Market Pop Up on Friday, April 4th, from 10 AM to 2 PM! Discover fresh produce, unique local goods & more. We hope to see you there!

JARKLUB POP UP
Experience Jarklub at The LAB!
🥗 Join us on Saturday, March 15th, from 11 AM to 3 PM in the Artery at The LAB for an exclusive Jarklub pop-up! Sample their delicious jar salads and grab one to-go!
🌿 Anatomy of a Jar Salad Workshop from 12 PM - 2 PM
Discover the secret to creating flavorful and perfectly layered jar salads in this hands-on workshop. Limited spots are available - it’s $20 to register, email info@jarklub.com to reserve your spot!
📍 Location: The Artery at The LAB
Mark your calendar and come hungry!

SOL MARKET
Join us Saturday, March 15th from 11am-4pm for curated community market with local vendors & artisans.

Candle Making Workshop
Lana, the founder of Prana by Lana, recently lost her store in the Pacific Palisades Fire & we are coordinating a Candle Workshop in effort to help her build back her business. Click here to learn more about the class!